People
Who they are
The Puragi live in Sorong Selatan, in the Indonesian part of the island of New Guinea. Their communities include the villages of Puragi, Saga, Bedare, and Isogo, along the Metamani River and the coast. They call their language Iwaro. There are Christians among the Puragi, and some of the people follow traditional religions.
Where they live
1
Country
1K
Population
| Country | Share of the people | Population |
|---|---|---|
Indonesia Superficially reached
|
100%
|
1.100 |
The Bible in this people's language
A people only truly understands the gospel when they hear it in the language of their heart. See how far the translation has come.
Puragi
Translation started
- Translation started Current stage
- 2 Portions Still ahead
- 3 New Testament Still ahead
- 4 Whole Bible Still ahead
Audio recordings Available
Jesus Film Not available
Translation data: Joshua Project.
Gospel progress among the unreached
Christians (all traditions)68%
Evangelicals2%
What to pray for
Intercede for this people
Pray for the translation of Scripture into the Puragi language, also called Iwaro.
Pray for clarity of faith among the Puragi who already believe in Jesus and still live alongside traditional religions.
Pray for Puragi pastors and leaders to teach the Bible in their own language.
Pray for the work of churches serving the villages along the Metamani River and the coast.
Pray for Puragi
Intercede for this people alongside Christians around the world.
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